Manager (m/f/d) – Environment, Safety, Health (ESH) & Emergency Response (ER)

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited; Dresden; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited is seeking a Manager (m/f/d) for Environment, Safety, Health (ESH) & Emergency Response in Dresden. In this leadership position, you will ensure compliance and operational excellence, bridging global corporate standards with local practices.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 8 years of ESH/ERC experience, preferably in the semiconductor industry. Proficiency in German and strategic problem-solving abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in ESH/ERC roles.
• Experience in the semiconductor industry or high-tech manufacturing preferred.
• Certified Occupational Safety Expert (Sifa) or Safety Manager (BG, TÜV).
• Familiarity with German ESH and fire codes, and global standards (FM Global, NFPA).
• Available for on-the-job training in Taiwan.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Environment, Safety, and Health at the Dresden Fab.
• Ensure compliance with global standards and local excellence.
• Lead emergency response affairs.
• Bridge gap between corporate standards and local operations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Communication in German (C1/Native)

Collaboration in English (B2/C1)

Knowledge of German ESH laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety or related field

Tools

ISO 14001/45001

Job description

Manager (m/f/d) – Environment, Safety, Health (ESH) & Emergency Response (ER)

In this leadership role, you will be primarily accountable for Environment, Safety, and Health (ESH) as well as emergency response affairs at our Dresden Fab. You will bridge the gap between global corporate standards and local German excellence, ensuring that our operational processes continue to set the benchmark for compliance and risk mitigation.

We are looking for a visionary leader who combines technical mastery with the ability to navigate complex organizational landscapes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related engineering field.
• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in ESH/ERC roles, with a proven track record in leadership.
• Experience in the semiconductor industry, high‑tech manufacturing, or a large‑scale international environment is highly preferred.
• Certified Occupational Safety Expert (Sifa) or Safety Manager (BG, TÜV). Additional certifications in Fire Protection or Industrial Hygiene are a significant advantage.
• Deep familiarity with German ESH and fire codes. Knowledge of global standards (FM Global, NFPA) and proficiency in ISO 14001/45001 is expected.
• Strategic thinker, skilled negotiator, and resilient problem‑solver who can adapt to fast‑paced demands of a major construction and start‑up project.
• German (C1/Native) – Essential for legal compliance and authority liaison in Saxony; English (B2/C1) – Needed for collaboration within our global corporate network and stakeholders; Mandarin skills – a plus.
• Available for on‑the‑job training in Taiwan.